Product
4N6FLOQSwabs® Genetics
4N6FLOQSwabs® Genetics is the line of Copan patented FLOQSwabs® specifically designed and dedicated to DNA collection for human identification.

Application
Forensics
A successful forensic investigation begins with a proper sample, and proper samples are obtained using the appropriate collection method.

Scientific study
The Perfect Match: Assessment of Sample Collection Efficiency for Immunological and Molecular Findings in Different Types of Fabrics
Sara C. Zapico et al.
Scientific study
Innovations in Forensic Sciences for Human Identification by DNA in the French Gendarmerie during the Last 10 Years
S. Sauvagére et al
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European Academy of Forensic Science Conference – EAFS
Together for a Safer World: this is the motto of the 2022 EAFS conference, chosen to emphasize the importance of cooperation to meet future expectations of the forensic community. The event will focus on the transformation of forensic science due to new technical possibilities, developments in forensic science, and new categories of crime. Our 4N6 collection devices – designed to respond to the need for a flawless sample collection and reduced DNA testing time – fit nicely with this year’s rationale. Come to meet them at our booth!
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ISHI – 33rd International Symposium on Human Identification
The International Symposium on Human Identification is the largest annual meeting on DNA forensics. Of course, we’ll be there with our booth #201. Join us to discover the newest advances in DNA technology from top experts in the field, coming from crime labs in the US and abroad, parentage and testing laboratories, academic institutions, and governmental research agencies.
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ISHI – 34rd International Symposium on Human Identification
The International Symposium on Human Identification is the largest annual meeting on DNA forensics. Two and a half days of General Session talks featuring industry leaders and emerging technologies, 75+ Scientific Poster presentations, 45+ vendors in the forensic field, and organized networking opportunities. Of course, we’ll be there with our booth #327. Join us to discover the newest advances in DNA technology from top experts in the field, coming from crime labs in the US and abroad, parentage and testing laboratories, academic institutions, and governmental research agencies.
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ENFSI – European Network of Forensic Science Institutes
The Section of Forensic Biology at Oslo University Hospital will host this year’s Meetings of the ENFSI DNA Expert Working Group, EDNAP and European CODIS users. The program will cover interesting topics including DNA Analysis Methods & Interpretation, DNA-legislation and DNA-database management, Automation, Expert Systems and Artificial Intelligence and Forensic Biology.
We will attend this important event with our 4N6 and genetics products!
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The European Network of Forensic Science Institutes Meeting 2024
The Section of Forensic Biology at Oslo University Hospital will host this year’s Meetings of the ENFSI DNA Expert Working Group, EDNAP and European CODIS users. The program will cover interesting topics including DNA Analysis Methods & Interpretation, DNA legislation and DNA database management, Automation, Expert Systems and Artificial Intelligence and Forensic Biology.
We will attend this important event with our 4N6 and genetics products, come and visit us!
Microbiology time
Microbiology Time – October 2021
October’s update of our scientific database is full of exciting papers. Among them, we selected a study on HPV-related cancer screening, a research on direct amplification of disaster victim identification samples, and a comparison of sample collection and transport methods to enhance yield and biosafety of COVID-19 testing.

Microbiology Time
Microbiology Time – December 2022
In this December’s Microbiology Time, here’s a little present for you: the top three studies of the month! We start with a study comparing the efficacy of different swab types to collect evidence on fabric, we continue with an investigation of a school MRSA outbreak in Switzerland, and we finish with a culturomics analysis of the endometrial microbiome.

Microbiology Time
Microbiology Time – March 2023
This month, we traveled From Ethiopia to Canada to collect three exciting studies to share on our Microbiology Time. From the analysis of the high-risk HPV infection prevalence in the African country to a veterinary case report on a lethal fungal infection in a captive bullfrog and a research paper amplifying human DNA from leeches to identify a victim or suspect of a crime. Enjoy!

Microbiology Time
Microbiology Time – June 2023
This month we bring you two studies on the pediatric use of FecalSwab, and an outstanding paper illustrating the innovations introduced in forensic science by the French gendarmerie. Enjoy!

News
The Ultimate Guide to Forensic Sampling
The new Copan Guide to Forensic Sampling aims to help forensics professionals orient through the jungle of evidence collection methods, choose the appropriate one according to any situation, and ensure the success of their investigation.
